Designed for Pontoons

Stainless prop a good fit for smaller boats

Published in the September 2011 IssuePublished online: Sep 07, 2011Ask The Expert

Pontoon owners looking for high performance can check out the stainless steel Express Propellers from Turning Point Propellers that are designed for 40 to 75hp engines with a 3 1/2-inch gearcase.

Compatible with Mercury, Evinrude, Johnson, Honda, Force, Nissan, Suzuki and Yamaha engines, this versatile range of Express props provides aggressive rake and cupping for improved handling and boat lift. Tuned progressive pitch angles minimize slip, increase fuel economy and enhance performance. These props are available in a range of pitches from 9 to 17 inches, ensuring the correct rpm for an owner's engine and boat combination.

The patented Turning Point MasterGuard Hub System's one-piece design makes replacement easy and eliminates damaging vibration and chatter. The glass-reinforced polymer construction increases flexibility to prevent cracking and failure. Hub kits are designed to be reusable, eliminating the need to replace the hub system when replacing a damaged propeller, and are covered by an industry-leading lifetime warranty.

Suggested retail prices for stainless steel Express Propellers from Turning Point Propellers start at $400, while the MasterGuard Hub System

retails for $33. Turning Point Propellers has an extensive family of dealers and retail outlets available through its "Find a Dealer" section on its website at www.tpprops.com.

Turning Point has been engineering, manufacturing and marketing high-performance, pleasure craft aluminum and stainless steel propellers for over 10 years. For more information call 847-437-6800 or visit www.tpprops.com.